Funding of institutional early childhood education and care facilities (group funding)
Direct funding for private and public legal entities of institutional child education and care facilities in the federal state of Salzburg. Valid since 01.01.2023, applications can be submitted continuously.
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Grant criteria
Funding objective
Financial support for municipalities, municipal associations, state enterprises, and private providers to maintain and operate institutional child education and care facilities in Salzburg. Private legal entities additionally receive funding amounting to 6% of the base funding.
Eligible to apply
- Public Institutions
- Non-profit Organizations
- Interest Groups and Other Associations
- Foundations
Funding requirements
- Facility must be generally accessible (regardless of origin, language, physical or mental condition, and religion)
- Need for the respective organizational form must exist according to § 52 para. 2
- Operation must not be profit-oriented (§ 52 para. 3)
- Legal entity must fulfill the legal obligations from the Child Education and Care Act and the associated regulations
- Municipality, municipal association, or state as legal entity for state-operated facilities
Description
The group funding for institutional early childhood education and care facilities in the state of Salzburg has been a continuous source of financing since January 1, 2023, aimed at securing the operation and quality of crèches, kindergartens, and after-school care centers. Public providers such as municipalities, municipal associations, and state enterprises benefit from direct subsidies, as do private, non-profit organizations. The latter even receive an additional funding amounting to 6% on top of the base funding. The funds are allocated as needed to equipment, personnel, and operating costs and contribute to maintaining and expanding comprehensive childcare places throughout Salzburg. Thanks to the informal, ongoing application process, support can be flexibly adapted to current developments and childcare needs.
Eligible applicants are all non-profit legal entities of institutional early childhood education and care facilities that meet the legal requirements of the Salzburg Early Childhood Education and Care Act. A prerequisite is unrestricted accessibility for all children regardless of origin, language, religion, or physical and mental constitution, as well as an actual childcare need according to § 52 para. 2. The provision of funds supports an inclusive educational landscape and ensures fair conditions for providers and families alike. Applications can be submitted at any time, ensuring needs-based planning and long-term operational security. Interested institutions can obtain detailed information and application documents from the Office of the Salzburg State Government.